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OPERATOR MANUAL
Document number: E24U0130
Version V3.0
May 2009
LSC Lighting Systems (Aust) Pty. Ltd.
ABN 21 090 801 675
Building 3, 66-74 Micro Circuit
Dandenong South, Victoria 3175 Australia
Tel: +61 3 9702 8000
Fax: +61 3 9702 8466
email: [email protected]
web: www.lsclighting.com
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CONTENTS
1 e24V3 QUICK REFERENCE
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1.1 DMX Control ______________________________
1.2 DMX Patching _____________________________
1.3 DMX Backup Memory _______________________
1.4 Memory Control ___________________________
1.5 Create or Edit memories_____________________
1.6 SWITCH Control ___________________________
1.7 AUTO Switch _____________________________
1.8 TOUCH SCREEN Control ___________________
2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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4.1 Input Supply _____________________________
4.2 Control Input _____________________________
4.3 DMX Splitter _____________________________
4.4 Load Connection__________________________
4.5 Overload Protection _______________________
5 CONFIGURING THE E24V3 DIMMER
6 MENU SYSTEM
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7.1 ePlate Models ____________________________
7.2 LSC Net Cabling __________________________
7.3 LSCnet TERMINATION ____________________
7.4 Recording Memories_______________________
7.5 Memory Recovery after Power Loss___________
7.6 Recalling Memories _______________________
7.7 Pre-Programmed ePlates ___________________
7.8 Pre-programmed Memory Control ____________
7.9 Programming ePlates ______________________
7.10 ePlate Functions _________________________
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6.1 Touch Screen Menus ______________________
6.2 Dimmer Channels Menu ____________________
6.3 DMX INPUT Menu ________________________
6.4 Memories Menu __________________________
6.5 Net Setup Menu __________________________
6.6 Options Menu ____________________________
6.7 Log Menu _______________________________
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5.1 Dimmer Control Source ____________________
5.2 Patching ________________________________
5.3 Recording Memories_______________________
5.4 Optional Settings _________________________
5.5 Testing _________________________________
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8.1 Status LED ______________________________
8.2 DMX LED _______________________________
8.3 LSCnet LED _____________________________
8.4 DMX Source _____________________________
8.5 Channel LEDs____________________________
8.6 Circuit Breakers __________________________
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9.1 Wireless Solutions W-DMX Operation _________ 31
9.2 City Theatrical’s SHoW DMX Operation________ 31
10 DMX512 EXPLAINED
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10.1 Typical DMX Installation ___________________ 33
11 FAQ
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11.1 Frequently Asked Questions _______________ 34
3.1 Front Panel _______________________________ 5
3.2 e24V3 Control Philosophy ___________________ 6
3.3 Wireless DMX _____________________________ 8
3.4 Rear Panel _______________________________ 9
3.5 Input Power_______________________________ 9
3.6 Patch Bay Options _________________________ 9
3.7 Output Options ___________________________ 10
3.8 Auxiliary Power Outlets_____________________ 11
4 GETTING CONNECTED
8 INDICATORS,
ALARMS
TROUBLESHOOTING
9 WIRELESS DMX512 OPTION
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2.1 About this Manual __________________________
2.2 e24V3 Features ___________________________
2.3 LCD Touch Screen. ________________________
2.4 Flight Case _______________________________
2.5 ePlates __________________________________
2.6 Patch Outputs _____________________________
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12 SPECIFICATIONS
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13 SOFTWARE UPGRADE
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14 COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS
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14.1 C TICK COMPLIANCE STATEMENT ________
14.2 CE COMPLIANCE STATEMENT ____________
14.3 PRODUCT OF AUSTRALIA ________________
14.4 DISCLAIMER ___________________________
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e24V3 QUICK REFERENCE
The control source for each e24V3 dimmer
channel can be individually configured to be
controlled by either:
A. DMX (wired or optional wireless) from a DMX
lighting controller. If DMX is lost, a “Backup
Memory” can be automatically recalled.
B. Memories stored in the e24V3 are recalled by
ePlates (wall plate controllers).
C. DMX/MEM Switch. All channels that are
configured to “switch” can be switched between
DMX or Memory control from either a suitably
programmed ePlate button or from the e24V3
touch screen. If “Auto Switch” is ON, channels
set to “switch” will be automatically switched to
DMX whenever a valid DMX signal is connected.
D. Touch Screen. Dimmer channels can also be
manually controlled from the e24V3 front panel
touch screen for testing purposes.
[Menu] [DMX Input] [Patch]
The “1 to 1 patch” provides a rapid method of
patching all of the dimmers in one e24V3 frame to
sequential DMX slots, starting from a DMX slot
that you select.
Press [1:1 Patch] then type in the DMX start slot
number (0 to 512) for dimmer channel 1 in this
e24V3 frame, then press;
[Patch Series] [Save Patch] [Done] [Done].
The row of characters below the level bar graph
on the main e24V3 screen shows the current
control source for each dimmer channel as
described by the legend on the screen.
1.3 DMX Backup Memory
To create or edit the DMX “Backup Memory”,
(automatically recalled if DMX s lost) press:
[Menu] [DMX Input] [Connect Loss Action]
Set the [Hold Time] to any time other than
“Infinite” then press [Set].
To replace the current e24V3 output with the
Backup Memory press; [Backup Memory].
The “User Patch” allows you to individually patch
each e24V3 dimmer channel to a DMX slot of
your choice. Press [User Patch].
To select a channel, press that channel number
then press [Patch].
Type in the DMX slot number (0 to 512) for the
selected channel then press [Patch @ Slot].
When all patches have been made, press;
[Done] [Save Patch] [Done] [Done].
In this example, channels 1 to 4 are all controlled
by Memories, channels 5 to 24 are all controlled
by DMX but 5 to 9 and 13 to 24 are via the
DMX/Mem Switch and can therefore be switched
to Memory.
1.1 DMX Control
When a dimmer channel is set to “DMX Control”
it is always controlled by the DMX signal from a
lighting console or other DMX device and it
responds to the DMX slot number to which it has
been patched in the e24V3 patch menu.
To set a dimmer channel to “DMX control”, on the
LCD touch screen press;
[Menu] [Dimmer Channels] [Setup].
The screen shows the “Control Source” for each
dimmer channel.
To change the “Control Source” of a dimmer
channel(s), highlight the required dimmer
channel(s) by touching them, then press;
[Control Source].
The three choices for dimmer channel control
source are;
Press [DMX Control].
Press; [Save Setup] [Done] [Done].
1.2 DMX Patching
To Patch an e24V3 dimmer channel to a DMX
slot press;
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The Backup memory screen appears;
You can either create your own memory using the
controls on the screen or press [Snap DMX] to
take a copy of the current DMX input signal.
When a channel(s) is selected (indicated by a
small triangle (b) above the channel) it can be
faded up or down by sliding your finger over the
virtual fader or instantly set to off or full using the
[0%] or [100%] buttons.
When the channel levels are correct, press;
[Save Memory].
Normal output is restored.
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1.4 Memory Control
When a dimmer channel is set to “Memory”, it is
always controlled by the e24V3 memories created
via the LCD touch screen or by taking “snapshots”
of a DMX input signal or a combination of both.
The memories are saved in the e24V3 and are
recalled using the buttons or faders on ePlates.
To set a dimmer channel to “Memory”, press;
[Menu] [Dimmer Channels] [Setup].
The screen shows the “Control Source” for each
dimmer channel.
To change the “Control Source” of a dimmer
channel(s), highlight the required dimmer
channel(s) by touching them, then press;
[Control Source]. The three choices for dimmer
channel control source are;
Press [Memory Control] [Save Setup] [Done]
[Done].
1.5 Create or Edit memories
To Create or edit a memory press;
[Menu] [Memories] [Record Memory] or [Edit
Memory]. Select a memory number then press
[Pick].
You can either create your own memory using the
controls on the screen or press [Snap DMX] to
take a copy of the current DMX input signal.
When a channel(s) is selected (indicated by a
small triangle (b) above the channel) it can be
faded up or down by sliding your finger over the
virtual fader or instantly set to off or full using the
[0%] or [100%] buttons.
The screen shows the “Control Source” for each
dimmer channel.
To change the “Control Source” of a dimmer
channel(s), highlight the required dimmer
channel(s) by touching them, then press;
[Control Source].
The three choices for dimmer channel control
source are;
Press [DMX/MEM Switch].
Press; [Save Setup] [Done] [Done].
To operate the switch use either a suitably
programmed ePlate button or from the LCD touch
screen press:
[Menu], [Net Setup] [DMX/MEM Switch]
Select either; [DMX] or [Memory] then press [Set]
1.7 AUTO Switch
To
configure
the
“Switch”
(above)
to
automatically switch to DMX whenever a valid
DMX signal is connected to the e24V3 press;
[Menu] [DMX Input] [Connect Loss Action].
Press; [Auto Switch]
Press; [On] [Set] [Done] [Done] [Done].
When the channel levels of the memory are
correct, press;
[Save Memory] [Done].
To recall a memory, use a ePlate button or fader
that has been programmed to control that
memory.
1.6 SWITCH Control
All channels set to “DMX/MEM SWITCH” can be
switched between Memory or DMX control.
The “switch” can be operated from either the LCD
touch screen or from a suitably programmed
ePlate.
To set a dimmer channel to “SWITCH” control,
press; [Menu] [Dimmer Channels] [Setup].
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1.8 TOUCH SCREEN Control
e24V3 dimmer channels can also be controlled
from the e24V3’s front panel LCD touch screen.
This method of control is primarily used for testing
dimmer circuits.
To test a dimmer channel(s) press;
[Menu] [Dimmer Channels] [Chan Test]. Select a
channel(s) then fade the channel(s) up or down
with the virtual fader on the LCD screen or
instantly set them to off or full using the [0%] or
[100%] buttons
Channel test only allows one level to be set for all
selected channels. To set individual channels
levels use the “DMX Backup Memory” above.
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
2.1 About this Manual
This manual describes the
configuration
and
operation of the e24V3V3
Dimming, Distribution and
Patching System and
associated “ePlate” wall
controllers manufactured
by LSC Lighting Systems.
2.2 e24V3
Features
The e24V3 provides 24 channels of dimming
and Hot-power at 3,000 watts per channel
(13Amps @ 230VAC).
Dimmer outputs or Hot power can be patched to
48, 60 or 64 output circuits (depending on
optional output configurations) with a wide
selection of possible patch arrangements to suit
most applications.
The e24V3 can be controlled via;
• DMX 512 from a lighting console
connected by cable or optionally by
inbuilt wireless DMX.
• ePlate wall controllers connected via
LSCnet
• Front panel LCD Touch Screen.
The e24V3 has an inbuilt DMX splitter
providing 5 fully isolated DMX outputs, full 512
channel DMX softpatch, 80 internal memories
(recalled by ePlates), 8 dimmer curves plus
local and remote status monitoring.
The e24V3 uses LSC’s Pulse Transformer Fired
Dimmer (PTFD™) output circuitry which means
that virtually any load can be controlled
perfectly. Pin-spots, ELV lamps, transformers,
strobes and even a 5w pilot lamp can all be
connected without the need for dummy loads.
PTFD™ ensures perfect flicker free dimming
even when running on bad power, including
generators.
well. Flashing RED gets your attention to tell you
that something is wrong.
Houston is an optional Windows PC application
that allows the remote monitoring of all LSCnet
enabled products. This includes the e24V3
dimmers and ePlate wall controllers. Any
operational faults such as input phase failure,
loss of DMX, over temperature etc are all sent
over the LSCnet from all of the devices to a PC
running the Houston software. The user is
immediately notified of a fault when the normally
GREEN status indicator starts flashing RED.
Houston also keeps a permanent log of all
system events for later viewing. These are
stored with the time and date of the fault,
allowing further diagnosis of a problem, even if it
is not reported until weeks later.
2.3 LCD Touch Screen.
Dimmer configuration, DMX patching and local
control is achieved via a backlit touch screen
graphical LCD on the front panel. A lock code
can be used to prevent unauthorised tampering.
2.4 Flight Case
The sturdy flight case has been designed to
allow the e24V3 Dimming Systems to be
stacked on top of each other or sit side by side.
For ease of transportation, wheels are located
on the front lid with a wooden skid base on the
bottom of the flight case. Having the wheels
located on the front lid gives the added bonus of
allowing the operator to patch the outputs while
the Dimming System is still on its wheels. This is
great for the operator saving strain on their back
and legs instead of trying to patch when the
e24V3 is upright and down low.
The dimmers are designed for 100% duty cycle
operation across all channels simultaneously.
The e24V3 features variable speed fan cooling
to minimise noise. The fan only operates when
required.
When something goes wrong at a show you
want to know where to look. So the e24V3 has a
large 10mm Bi-Colour LED on the front panel for
status indication. Solid GREEN means all is
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The front and rear lids can also be locked
together to provide a “dolly” for the dimmer.
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2.5 ePlates
The inclusion of LSCnet also allows AV
companies to use the e24V3 as a stand alone
dimmer for small shows. Simply connect any
DMX console, set up a look and use the DMX
snapshot function to record up to 80 memories.
Then remove the lighting console and replace it
with elegant push button and/or ePlates ™
remote wall station controllers. They allow users
to recall internal memories (80) from the e24V3
for replay at a pre-programmed level and with a
selected fade time. If no lighting console is
available you can also create memories using
the inbuilt touch screen.
ePlates are
configurations;
available
in
the
following
2 Buttons
4 Buttons
8 Buttons
4 Faders
2 Buttons
1 Fader
2 Buttons
2 Faders
4 Buttons
1 Fader
4 Buttons
2 Faders
2.6 Patch Outputs
The 24 channels of Dimming and Hot-power are
divided into two banks of 12, with each bank
protected by its own RCD (Residual Current
Device). The 24 channels have individual 13
Amp MCB’s (Miniature Circuit Breakers) to
protect the circuits from overload. The output of
each of the 24 MCB’s is available on the rear
patch as both a dimmer channel output and a
Hot-power output.
Note: Some export models are not fitted with
a patch. See “Input, Patch & Output Options”
for details.
2.6.1 Fully Approved.
The e24V3 dimmers are CE and C Tick
approved.
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3.1 Front Panel
The front panel contains the Input circuit breakers, load MCB (Miniature Circuit Breakers), control panel
that includes the status indicators and LCD touch screen and the DMX and LSCnet connectors and
terminate switches plus the 5 DMX splitter outputs and optional wireless DMX.
LSCnet input,
output & Terminate
switch
LCD Touch Screen
Control Panel
DMX input,
DMX Thru and
Terminate switch
Bank 1
Channel Level
indicators
Wireless DMX
receiver option
(if fitted).
Bank 2
Channel Level
indicators
Programming port for
software upgrades
Bank 1 MCB’s
(Load Circuit
Breakers)
5-way DMX splitter
Bank 2 MCB’s
(Load Circuit
Breakers)
Bank 2
Input RCD
Breaker
3 Auxiliary
Outputs
RCD
Breakers
Bank 1
Input RCD
Breaker
3.1.1 Control Panel
The Control Panel contains the indicators for status and channel levels and the LCD touch screen.
Status
Indicator
DMX Remote
Control Status
Indicator
LCD Touch
Screen
LSCnet
(ePlate) Remote
Control Status
Indicator
Dimmer Channel level
indicators 1 to 12.
Brightness indicates
channel level.
Green = Controlled by
DMX
Red = Controlled by
Memory
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Dimmer Channel
level indicators
13 to 24
e24V3 Control Panel.
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3.1.2 Indicators
The indicators located around the touch screen
are multi coloured and light or flash to indicate
their current condition as described below;
STATUS
• Green = Normal operation.
• Red (flashing) = Alarm. See status
message on LCD screen.
• Red (steady) = Alarm is acknowledged
but the problem still exists.
DMX
• Green = Valid DMX control signal.
• Green (flashing) = Loss of DMX signal.
• Red (flashing) = Error on DMX signal.
LSCnet
• Green = Valid LSCnet control signal
connected (from ePlates).
• Green (flashing) = Data traffic detected
on LSCnet.
CHANNEL LEVEL indicators
• Green = The channel is ON via DMX
control.
• Red = The channel is ON via memory
(ePlate) or channel test control.
The brightness of the channel indicator is
proportional to the channel level.
See the, “Maintenance and Alarms” section for
further details on alarms.
3.1.3 Touch Screen
The touch screen may be operated by touching
the virtual buttons with your finger. The home
page of the touch screen shows the current level
of each dimmer channel in a bar graph display.
If the e24V3 has been “locked”, the [Menu]
button is replaced by the [Unlock] button.
Touching the [Unlock] button and entering your
code number unlocks the e24V3 and reveals the
[Menu] button.
Pressing [Menu] allows you to access a range of
functions, setups and tests via sub-menus. Each
sub-menu screen has help information in the top
left corner. The menus are fully described in
Section 6 “Menu System”.
At the top of the screen is the name of this e24
dimmer. The default name is “e24 Dimmer” but
you can enter a name of your choice from the
options menu. Names are useful in identifying
each e24 dimmer in installations containing
more than one e24 and can also be used by the
“Houston” monitoring software.
Programmable Dimmer
Name
Menu button
Status of Power Phases
A, B & C to each bank.
1 = Present
0 = Not Present
Letter shows
current control
source for each
channel as per
legend on screen.
White text on black
shows control
source is via the
DMX/MEM Switch.
Scrolling Status
Messages
e24V3 Main Screen
The middle of the screen is a bar-graph display
of the channel levels with channels numbers 1 to
24 shown across the bottom. The levels from 00
to FL (Full) are shown on the left scale in
increments of ten, whilst the units of each
channel are shown on the individual channel
bars. In the example above, channel 3 has a
level of 68.
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3.2 e24V3 Control Philosophy
The control source for each e24V3 dimmer
channel can be individually configured to control
that channel from either DMX, Memory or
Switch (DMX/Mem Switch).
3.2.1 DMX.
When configured for “DMX” a dimmer channel is
controlled from a DMX lighting controller. If DMX
fails, the DMX levels can be held indefinitely or
the channels can fade to a “DMX Backup”
memory previously stored in the e24V3. If the
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optional wireless DMX is fitted, it will
automatically take control if the wired DMX is
lost.
3.2.2 Memory.
When configured for “memory” a dimmer
channel is controlled from ePlates (wall plates)
that are used to recall memories stored in the
e24V3 dimmer.
[Channel Test] via
LCD Touch Screen
“Back-up
Memory”.
Can be automatically
recalled if DMX is lost.
DMX Input
Optional
Wireless DMX
3.2.3 Switch.
When configured to “Switch”, a dimmer channel
can be switched between Memory or DMX.
Operation of the Switch is controlled from either
a suitably programmed ePlate button or from the
e24V3 touch screen or if Auto Switch is set to
ON it will be automatically switched to DMX
whenever a valid DMX signal is connected to the
e24V3.
Individual
selection for
every dimmer
Channel.
DMX
MEM/DMX
Switch
Memories
1 to 80
LSCnet input
from ePlates recalls
memories
Dimmer
Channel
Switch
Memory
Dimmer Control
Source attributes
MEM/DMX Switch operated by either;
1. LCD Touch Screen
2. ePlate button
3. DMX input detected
(if Auto Switch is ON)
e24V3 Dimmer Channel Control Options
been set to “Auto Switch” (to DMX if a DMX
signal is present), then if the DMX signal is
lost, channels 5 to 9 and 13 to 24 would
automatically switch to Memory control.
See section 6 “Menus” for details.
The letters below the bargraphs show the
control source for each channel. The legend
below the channel numbers explains the
meaning of the letters.
In the example above;
• Channels 1 to 4 are controlled by M
(Memories recalled by ePlates).
• Channels 10 to 12 are controlled by D
(DMX).
• Channels 5 to 9 and 13 to 24 are also
controlled by D (DMX) but have white letters
on a black background meaning that their
control is via the MEM/DMX switch. If the
switch was changed from DMX to Memory,
then channels 5 to 9 and 13 to 24 would
change to Memory control. If the switch has
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The right hand side of the screen indicates the
presence of the 3 phases (Ø A B C) of input
power to the two “Banks” of Dimmers and Hotpower inside the e24V3.
“1” indicates the presence of that phase
“Ø” indicates a loss of that phase.
The bottom of the screen displays scrolling
messages about the status of the e24V3
dimmer. These are described in the
“Maintenance and Alarms” section.
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3.3 Wireless DMX
The wireless DMX module can work as the sole
DMX input source for the e24V3 or as a back-up
source for the cable DMX input.
If both cable and wireless DMX are available,
the e24V3 will automatically use the cable DMX.
The DMX SOURCE indicators show the current
DMX status.
Cable LED
• Green = Cable DMX Data in use.
Wireless LED
• Green = Wireless DMX Data in use.
• Orange = Wireless DMX Data available
but not in use.
Two different types of wireless DMX are
available. See section 9, “Wireless DMX
Option” for details.
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The DMX signal from the splitter outputs will be
the same as is currently controlling the e24V3
dimmer channels.
• If cable DMX is available, the splitter will
output cable DMX.
• If only wireless DMX is available, the
splitter will output wireless DMX.
• If BOTH cable and wireless DMX are
available, the splitter will output cable
DMX.
If the “DMX THRU” connector is not used, then
the “DMX TERM” button must be pressed IN to
terminate the DMX line. The DMX TERM
indicator above the touch screen will light when
the DMX is terminated.
3.3.2 LSCnet Connectors
LSCnet
is
LSC’s
proprietary
(TCP/IP)
networking protocol using industry standard
Cat5 cables and connectors.
3.3.1 DMX Splitter
The e24V3 has an inbuilt DMX splitter
providing a loop THRU output and 5 DMX
outputs.
It is used to connect ePlates to control the
e24V3 and also for remote monitoring using an
optional Windows PC application called
Houston.
If only one of the LSCnet connectors is used,
then the “LSCnet TERM” button must be
pressed IN to terminate the line. The LSCnet
TERM indicator above the touch screen will light
when the network is terminated.
The 5 DMX outputs are individually isolated from
each other as well as from the input. Isolation is
for both data and common and provides a
galvanic barrier to 1500 Volts. Outputs are EMI
filtered and current limited to protect against
short circuits. Space is provided above each
output to write a label.
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3.4 Rear Panel
Dimmer and
Hot Power
Patch Bay
Patch Cable
and Output
Connector
panel.
Captive Patch
Leads
(internally wired
to Output
Connectors).
Output
Connectors.
Auxiliary Output
connectors
Three phase
power input tails
fitted with
32A 5-pin plugs
(Other options
available)
e24V3 Australian model Rear View
The e24V3 is available in many configurations of
input, patch bay and output connections.
3.5 Input Power
Australian models have 3 options for input
power;
• Two 2m cables, each fitted with a
Clipsal style 32A 5-pin three phase plug.
• Two 2m cables, each fitted with a
Clipsal style 40A 5-pin three phase plug.
• One set of 5 x 400A Powerlocks.
3.6 Patch Bay Options
Note: The e24V3 also has a DMX Softpatch
allowing any of the 24 dimmer channels to be
patched to any DMX slot number. See
section 6.3.1 Patching.
Australian models use GST18 patch bay
connectors. The channel outputs are available in
two optional configurations:
•
Two parallel (230 Volts) dimmer outputs
and a dimmer output wired in series to
two connectors (allowing two 115 Volt
loads to be connected in series across
230 volts) plus two Hot-power outputs
per channel.
•
Four parallel dimmer outputs plus two
Hot-power outputs per channel.
Export (non Australian) models have 3 options
for input power;
• One 63A 5 pin CEEform connector.
• One 125A 5 pin CEEform connector.
• One set of 5 x 400A Powerlocks.
Export model CEEform input connector
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For example, the patch lead for circuit for 4 on
connector F will be labelled “F4”.
GST18 Patch bay with 4 parallel dimmer outputs
plus 2 Hot-power outputs per channel
Export models can be supplied with or without
output patching. Export models with a patch bay
have two optional types of dimmer patch
connector.
• ST18 connector patch bays provide two
parallel dimmer outputs plus one Hotpower per channel.
• GST18 connector patch bays provide
four parallel dimmer outputs plus two
Hot-power outputs per channel.
Australian models have the following patch
cable to output connector wiring options;
• 48 GST18 patch cables wired to eight 19 pin
Socapex connectors (6 circuits each)
providing 48 outputs.
• 48 GST18 patch cables wired to twelve 10
pole Harting connectors (4 circuits each)
providing 48 outputs.
• 60 GST18 patch cables wired to twelve 10
pole Harting connectors (5 circuits each)
providing 60 outputs.
• 48 GST18 patch cables wired to eight 16
pole Harting connectors (6 circuits each)
providing 48 outputs.
ST18 Patch bay with 2 parallel dimmer outputs
plus 1 Hot-power output per channel
Note: LSC Lighting System accepts no
responsibility for damage that may occur to
the connector, the dimmer or the load if the
patch connectors are disconnected whilst
under load.
3.7 Output Options
If you need to connect to different types of load
connectors, you can order multiple types of
output connector panels. The patch-cable/output
connector panel can be easily changed to a
different output connector type in less than 5
minutes.
The patch leads are hard-wired to the output
connectors and pass through the rear panel
arranged in the connector groups. This allows
quick identification of patch leads to output
connectors whilst patching.
Labelling of the output connectors is via alpha
characters. These letters appear next to each
connector and can be easily seen even when
mating connectors are fitted.
The patch leads are also labelled in accordance
with the output connector letter and the circuit
number for the connector.
48 patch cables wired to eight 19 pin Socapex
connectors labelled A thru H (6 circuits each)
providing 48 outputs
Export Patch models have the following patch
cable to output connector wiring options;
• 48 GST18 (or ST18) patch cables wired to
eight 19 pin Socapex connectors (6 circuits
each) providing 48 outputs.
• 48 GST18 (or ST18) patch cables wired to
eight 16 pole Harting connectors (6 circuits
each) providing 48 outputs.
• 64 GST18 (or ST18) patch cables wired to
eight 16 pole Harting connectors (8 circuits
each) providing 64 outputs.
48 patch cables wired to eight 16 pole Harting
connectors (6 circuits each) providing 48
outputs.
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Export Non-Patch Models have rear mount
connector panel with hard-wired output
connectors.
• 24 Double Shuko output connectors.
•
24 Double Shuko output connectors with
four 16-pole Harting connectors wired in
parallel.
•
24 Double Shuko output connectors with
four 19-pin Socapex connectors wired in
parallel.
•
24 Triple Swiss output connectors with
four 16-pole Harting connectors wired in
parallel.
•
24 Triple Swiss output connectors with
four 19-pin Socapex connectors wired in
parallel.
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3.8 Auxiliary Power Outlets
In addition to the 24 channels, all models are
fitted with 3 single phase auxiliary outputs, each
protected by its own Residual Current Device
(RCD).
Australian models have three 13 Amp Auxiliary
power circuits with Australian 3 pin sockets. On
Australian models fitted with two 3 phase input
connectors, supply to these three auxiliaries
comes from the second bank input connector.
Export “patch” models fitted with ST 18
connectors have 3 Auxiliary power circuits each
with one 16A CEEform connector and two ST18
sockets.
Export “patch” models fitted with GST 18
connectors have 3 Auxiliary power circuits each
with one 16A CEEform connector.
Export “non-patch” models fitted with Shuko
connectors have 3 Double Shuko auxiliary
power outlets.
Export “non-patch” models fitted with Triple
Swiss connectors have 3 Double Triple Swiss
auxiliary power outlets.
Non-Patch Output Connector options
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MCB’s 1-12
Dimmers 1-12
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
Channel 1 Hot-Power Circuits
Channel 1 Parallel Dimming
A1
A2
A3
A4
Phase A
5
6
6
7
7
A5
A6
B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
B6
Phase B
RCD 1
C1
8
8
C2
C3
C4
9
9
C5
C6
10
10
11
11
12
12
13
14
14
15
15
16
16
17
17
Patch Leads
13
Patch Outputs
Dimmers 13-24
D5
D6
E1
E
E2
E3
E4
E5
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
18
18
19
19
G2
G3
G4
G5
Phase B
RCD 2
F
F6
G1
A
B
C
D
E6
Phase A
Separate Input on
some Australian
Models
C
D1
D2
D3
D4
Phase C
MCB’s 13-24
B
Output Connectors
A
B
C
5
A
G
G6
20
Auxiliary
Output
RCD’s
20
21
21
22
22
23
23
24
24
H1
H2
H3
H4
H5
H6
Phase C
Channel
A
B
Auxiliary
Outputs
H
24
Hot-Power
Channel 24 Parallel Dimming
C
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GETTING CONNECTED
4.1 Input Supply
Australian models have 3 options for input
power;
• Two 2m cables, each fitted with a
Clipsal style 32A 5-pin three phase plug.
• Two 2m cables, each fitted with a
Clipsal style 40A 5-pin three phase plug.
• One set of 5 x 400A Powerlocks.
Export (non Australian) models have 3 options
for input power;
• One 63A 5 pin CEEform connector.
• One 125A 5 pin CEEform connector.
• One set of 5 x 400A Powerlocks.
The incoming power is internally terminated to 2
three phase 63 Amp Residual Current Devices
(RCD’s). These devices are set to trip if the
residual current reaches 30mA.
RCD’s are also known as “Safety Switches”,
“Earth Leakage Breakers” or “Core Balance
Units”.
Three indicator LED’s next to each RCD show;
• Green = power available.
• Red = bad neutral connection.
• Red = fault or bad earth connection.
Connection is Three Phase Star and frequency
is automatically selected between 50Hz and
60Hz.
4.2 Control Input
The dimmers of the e24V3 can be controlled by
various sources:
• DMX 512 from a lighting controller or
console. The “DMX Input” connector is
located on the front panel. A “DMX Thru”
connector located next to the DMX Input
allows the DMX signal to be connected to
other DMX512 devices downstream. If the
“DMX Thru” is not used, the DMX signal must
be terminated by switching on the “DMX
Terminate” switch. See DMX Explained for
more details.
• Wireless DMX from the optional wireless
DMX receiver. If both cable DMX and
wireless DMX are being received, dimmer
control will be by cable DMX.
4.3 DMX Splitter
There are 5 isolated DMX outputs available from
the DMX splitter.
The DMX signal from the splitter outputs will be
the same as is currently controlling the e24V3
dimmer channels.
• If cable DMX is available, the splitter will
output cable DMX.
• If only wireless DMX is available, the
splitter will output wireless DMX.
• If BOTH cable and wireless DMX are
available, the splitter will output cable
DMX.
4.4 Load Connection
The e24V3 offers a wide selection of output load
connectors to suit many applications and
markets. See the previous section for details on
the output connector options.
Use the captive patch leads to “patch” your load
circuits to the required channels dimmer or
HOT-Power.
The maximum load of Dimming and Hot-power
on each of the 24 channels is 3,000 watts
(13Amps @ 230VAC).
4.5 Overload Protection
The e24V3 is fitted with twenty four fast acting
Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB’s), one for
every output channel. Under normal operating
conditions the MCB’s pass the rated current and
will only trip when there is an overload through
the channel.
The MCB’s are located on the front panel of the
dimmer allowing quick visual access to which
channel has a fault or overload condition.
Channels can be manually disabled by switching
off the MCB for that particular channel.
The auxiliary single phase outputs are protected
by three RCD’s also located on the front panel.
• ePlate wall controllers connected via
LSCnet can be used to recall any of the 80
memories
saved
in
the
e24V3.
See ePlates and LSCnet for details.
• The front panel LCD Touch Screen. See
Section 6.2.2: Channel Test for details
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CONFIGURING THE E24V3 DIMMER
The e24V3 dimmer may need to be configured
to suit its particular application. This involves the
following operations which are achieved via the
touch screen menus.
The menu system is fully described in section 6.
5.4 Optional Settings
In addition to the above settings you can also
set the following optional parameters;
•
Selecting the dimmer action of DMX
controlled channels when the DMX
signal is connected or lost including the
saving of a Backup Memory.
See section 6.3.6 Connect Loss Action
•
Selecting minimum and maximum levels
for each dimmer.
See section 6.2.1.2 Min and Max
Levels
•
Selecting a fade curve for each dimmer.
See section 6.2.1.3 Fade Curve
•
The SWITCH can be automatically operated by
the presence or absence of DMX.
See section 6.3.6.2 DMX/MEM Switch Connect
Loss Action.
Setting each dimmer to either Dim
(dimmer) or Switch (between OFF or
fully ON).
See section 6.2.1.3 Fade Curve
•
Note: If “Control Source” is not available on
the menu then “Net Playback” has been
disabled from the “Options” menu. When
“Net Playback” is disabled, it forces all
dimmer channels to DMX control.
Setting a “lock code” to prevent
unauthorised access to the e24V3
menu.
See section 6.6.4 e24V3 Lock / Unlock
•
Naming the Dimmer. Useful in large
installations to identify each e24V3.
See section 6.6.6 Name
•
Setting the date and time (for the e24V3
status log).
See section 6.6.7 Time and Date
•
If the e24V3 is ONLY to be controlled by
DMX then the Memory control by
ePlates via LSC net can be disabled.
This simplifies the menu system and
forces all dimmer channels to DMX
control.
See section 6.6.8 Net Playback
•
The DMX alarm delay time can be set or
the alarm can be disabled. Disabling the
alarm is useful when the e24V3 is never
to be controlled by DMX.
See section 6.3.7 DMX Alarm.
5.1 Dimmer Control Source
Each dimmer channel needs to configured for
the “Control Source” that will drive it. This could
be either DMX, Memory or SWITCH (switchable between Memory or DMX).
See section 6.2.1.1 Control Source.
The SWITCH (above) can be manually operated
either locally from the LCD touch screen or
remotely from an ePlate.
See section 6.5.1 DMX/MEM Switch Operation
and section 6.5.2 Switch Group.
5.2 Patching
Dimmer channels set to DMX or Switch Mode,
may need to be patched to the DMX slot number
that is to control them.
See section 6.3.1 Patching
5.3 Recording Memories
Dimmer channels set to Memory Mode, are
controlled by the memories (up to 80 memories)
saved in each e24V3. These memories are
created and saved in the e24V3 either by using
the LCD touch screen to create the memory or
by taking a snapshot of the DMX input. The
ePlates (wall plates) must also be programmed
to recall the required memories.
See section 8 ePlates & LSC Net
5.5 Testing
The operation of each dimmer circuit can be
tested from the LCD touch screen.
See section 6.2.2 Channel Test.
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6.1 Touch Screen Menus
When the e24V3 is switched ON, after briefly
showing the opening screen, the main screen
appears;
Pressing [Menu] reveals the “Main Menu”.
The six buttons on the “Main Menu” provide
access to the Sub-Menus and functions which
are described in detail on the following pages.
Each sub menu has a description of its function
at the top of its screen.
6.1.1 e24V3 Menu Structure
Each of the 6 main menu buttons accesses the following sub menu functions;
Dimmer
Channels
Set-up
Control Source.
(DMX, Memory or
Switch)
DMX
Input
Chan Test
Manual channel(s) level test
Channel test sequencer
Min Level
Patch
1:1 Patch
View Levels
Raw levels
User Patch
Percentage
Clear Patch
Connect Loss Action
DMX Control
Hold Time
Xfade Time
Backup Memory
Max Level
Fade Curve
Net Group Master.
DMX Alarm
Alarm Enable/Disable
Alarm Delay Time
Via DMX/MEM Switch
Auto Switch On/Off
Hold Time
Xfade Time
Memories
Record
Memory
Edit
Memory
Net
Setup
Copy
Memory
Delete
Memory
Options
Module Status
Input Phases
ABC
Beeper
On
or
Off
Temperature
Fan Speed
Lock Dimmer
4 digit code to
lock
Date and
Time
Set Time
MEM/DMX
Switch
Manually operate the
“MEM/DMX Switch”.
Switch Group
Set Switch Group
Number or None for
ePlate control of
MEM/DMX Switch.
Log
About
Software
Version
Displays Log
Clear Log
Model type
Change Lock
Code
Default = 0000
Voltage
Dimmer Name
Enter a name
Net Playback
Reset
Enable or Disable
Memory playback
from ePlates
System Reset
Total Reset
Set Date
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Select a menu by touching the appropriate
button on the touch screen.
To step back through the menus, press the
button in the top right of the screen.
The choices will be either;
[Done] (Exits to previous menu)
or, if changes have been made;
[Save] (Exits to previous menu and saves
changes)
or
[Cancel] (Exits to previous menu and restores
previous settings).
6.2 Dimmer Channels Menu
Selecting [Menu] [Dimmer Channels] provides
menus for;
• Setup (of channel attributes)
• Channel Testing
6.2.1 Set-Up
Selecting [Menu] [Dimmer Channels] [Setup]
reveals the following screen;
Attribute
Button
In this example, channels 10, 11 and 12 are
selected.
To de-select a channel, touch that channel
again.
To de-select all channels press [Clr].
To select a range of channels, press a channel,
then [Thru] then another channel.
When any channels are selected, the attribute
button becomes active. Pressing the attribute
button allows you to change the attribute of the
selected channel(s) as described below.
The default settings for channel attributes are;
ATTRIBUTE
DEFAULT SETTING
Control Source
Switch
Min Level
0%
Max Level
100%
Fade Curve
S Law
Net Master Group None
The § and ¨ buttons at the bottom left of the
screen step through the attributes that can be
set for each individual dimmer channel.
The available attributes are;
• Control Source
• Min Level
• Max Level
• Fade Curve
• Net Master Group
As each attribute is selected, the screen shows
the setting of that attribute for every channel.
In the example above, the “Control Source”
attribute for every channel is shown.
• Channels 10 to 12 are controlled by DMX.
• Channels 1 to 4 are controlled by e24V3
memories (recalled from ePlates).
• Channels 5 to 9 can have their control
“switched” between either DMX or Memory.
To change the selected attribute of a channel(s),
select the channel(s) by touching them.
Selected channels have white text on a black
background.
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Descriptions of each attribute and how to
them are described below.
When the all attributes are correct for
channels press [Save Setup], or to cancel
changes that you have made and return to
previous settings press [Cancel].
set
all
the
the
6.2.1.1 CONTROL SOURCE
The “Control Source” attribute selects the signal
that will control the level of a dimmer channel.
Press; [Menu] [Dimmer Channels] [Setup]. The
screen shows the control source for every
channel. To change the control source, select a
channel(s) (by touching them) then press
[Control Source]. You can select the following
sources;
1. DMX Control. When configured for “DMX
Control” a dimmer channel is only controlled
from the DMX signal from a lighting controller.
Note: If a dimmer channel is controlled by
DMX, it might need to be patched. See 6.3.1
“Patching” for details.
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2. Memory Control. When configured for
“Memory Control” a dimmer channel is
controlled from ePlates (wall plates) that are
used to recall memories stored in the e24V3
dimmer. These memories can be created and
edited via the LCD touch screen.
3. DMX/MEM Switch. When configured to
“Switch”, a dimmer channel can be manually or
automatically switched between DMX or
Memory control.
Manual operation of the “DMX/MEM
Switch” is controlled either “remotely” from a
suitably programmed button on an ePlate or
“locally” from the e24V3 touch screen.
See section 6.5.1 “DMX/MEM Switch Operation”
for details on how to manually operate the
“DMX/MEM Switch” from the touch screen.
Automatic operation of the “Switch” is
controlled by the presence or absence of a valid
DMX signal from a DMX lighting controller.
When DMX is present it will be automatically
connected to any channels that are set to
“Switch”.
See 6.3.6.2 “DMX/MEM Switch Connect Loss
Action” for details on how to set the “DMX/MEM
Switch” to “Auto Switch” to DMX.
When finished press [Save Setup] [Done]
[Done].
6.2.1.2 MIN AND MAX LEVEL
The “Min Level” attribute sets the level of the
dimmer output when the control signal is set to
minimum. Setting this value slightly above zero
is useful to “Pre-Heat” lamp filaments.
“Max Level” sets the level of the dimmer output
when its control signal is set to maximum.
Press; [Menu] [Dimmer Channels] [Setup] then
use the § and ¨ buttons to select “Min Level” or
“Max Level”.
When you select a channel(s) (by touching it)
then press [Min Level] or [Max Level], you can
use the keypad that appears to enter the
required percentage level for the selected
channels, then press [Set].
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When finished press [Save Setup] [Done]
[Done].
6.2.1.3 FADE CURVE
Fade Curve is the curve or “transfer
characteristic” between input control signal and
dimmer output. The following curves are
available;
• S Law
• Square Law
• Cube Law
• Quad Law
• Non Dim
• Relay
• 120V (Volt)
• 80V (Volt)
Press; [Menu] [Dimmer Channels] [Setup] then
use the § and ¨ buttons to select “Fade Curve”.
When you select a channel(s) (by touching it)
then press [Fade Curve], you can select the
required curve for the selected channel(s).
“S Law” is the default law and provides a normal
dimmer response.
“Square”, “Cube” and “Quad” laws can be
selected to better match the transfer
characteristic of existing dimmer installations or
to provide the response that you require. Try the
different curves to find the best curve for your
needs.
“Non Dim” is used for devices that do not fade,
but need to be switched OFF or ON such as
motors or discharge lamps.
When set to “Non Dim”, when the control signal
is raised above 60%, the dimmer will switch from
OFF to full ON and when the level drops below
40%, the dimmer will switch OFF.
“Relay” ” is used for devices that need to be
switched OFF or ON. It is similar to “Non Dim”
but uses different thresholds for switching.
When set to “Relay”, if the level is raised above
4%, the dimmer will switch to full ON and when
the level drops below 2%, the dimmer will switch
OFF.
Relay mode is particularly useful when long fade
times are used as the “Relay” channel will switch
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on at the start of the up fade and switch off at
the end of the down fade.
“120V” limits the maximum output voltage of the
selected channels to 120 Volts. Use this setting
for 120Volts lamps.
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6.2.2 Channel Test
Pressing [Menu] [Dimmer Channels] [Chan
Test] provides local control of dimmer levels
from the touch screen for testing purposes.
“80V” limits the maximum output voltage of the
selected channels to 80 Volts. Use this setting
for 80Volts lamps.
When finished press [Save Setup] [Done]
[Done].
6.2.1.4 NET MASTER GROUP
ePlate fader panels can be programmed so that
a fader acts as level “Group Master” over
specified dimmer channels that are under
memory control. Any dimmer channels that are
assigned to a “Group Master” will still be
controlled by the playback of memories, but the
ePlate Group Master will have master level
control.
For example, if a channel is played back from a
memory with a level of 50% and its Group
Master is set to 50% then the channels level will
be 25%.
The [Net Master Group] attribute allows you to
assign each dimmer channel to a group number
so that the channels overall level is controlled by
an ePlate “Group Master fader” with the same
group number.
Press; [Menu] [Dimmer Channels] [Setup] then
use the § and ¨ buttons to select “Net master
Group”. When you select a channel(s) (by
touching it) then press [Net Group Master], you
can select the group number of the ePlate group
fader that is to be a group master over that
channel(s) or for no group master press [None].
When you have made your selection press;
[Set].
When finished press [Save Setup] [Done]
[Done].
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The screen shows the current level of each
dimmer channel. This level might be coming
from the DMX control input or a memory recalled
from an ePlate.
To test a dimmer channel(s), press the dimmers
channel number(s). Selected channels have
white text on a black background. In the
example above, channel 1 is selected. You can
add further channels to your selection by
pressing their channel numbers.
To deselect a channel, press it again.
To select a range of channels, press a channel,
then [Thru] then another channel.
To clear all selections, press [Clr].
When a channel(s) is selected it is
disconnected from either the DMX or Memory
control signal and connected to the virtual fader
on the right of the touch screen. It can be faded
up or down by sliding your finger on the virtual
fader.
To instantly set the fader to 0% press the button
at the bottom of the fader.
To instantly set the fader to 100% press the
button at the top of the fader.
When a channel is deselected, it is disconnected
from the virtual fader and returns to its previous
DMX or memory control.
6.2.3 Test Sequencer
The Channel Test screen provides a simple
sequencer that will automatically step through
the channels. As each channel(s) is selected it is
disconnected from either the DMX or Memory
control signal and connected to the virtual fader
on the right of the touch screen
• Select a channel (or several channels).
• Set a level on the virtual fader.
• To start the sequencer, press
[X](forward).
• To stop the sequencer press [„] (stop).
• To manually step the stopped sequence
to the next channel press [„]
• To play the sequence in the opposite
direction press [W] (reverse).
When finished testing channels press; [Done]
[Done] [Done].
All dimmers return to normal control.
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Hint: When testing lamps locally from the
e24V3 control panel, the test sequencer is
especially useful if the lamps are in a
different location to the e24V3 dimmer. You
can start the sequencer then go and check
that each lamp is working as the e24V3
automatically sequences through the dimmer
channels.
6.3 DMX INPUT Menu
Selecting [Menu] [DMX Input] provides menus
for;
• Patching.
• Viewing DMX Levels.
• Dimmer reaction to connection and loss
of DMX signal.
• DMX alarm settings.
6.3.1 Patching
The patch allows you to patch (connect) DMX
slots (addresses) from your DMX lighting
controller to e24V3 dimmer channel numbers.
Each e24V3 dimmer numbers its dimmer
channels from channel 1 through to channel 24.
Patches are required when;
• A particular DMX slot number from the
lighting controller is to control an e24V3
dimmer with a different dimmer channel
number.
• A single DMX slot number is to control
multiple e24V3 dimmer channel numbers.
To patch e24V3 dimmers to DMX slots or to
examine the current patches, press;
[Menu] [DMX Input] [Patch].
Type in the DMX start slot number (0 to 512) for
dimmer channel 1 in this e24V3 rack then press
[Patch Series].
In this example, the starting DMX slot number is
61. Each e24V3 dimmer is automatically
patched to the next higher DMX slot number.
To save the patch, press [Save Patch] or, to
cancel the changes that you have made and
return to the previous patch, press [Cancel].
6.3.3 User Patch
The User Patch allows you to individually patch
each e24V3 dimmer channel to a DMX slot of
your choice.
Press [Menu] [DMX Input] [Patch] [User
Patch].
In this example, “Dim Chans” 1 to 24 are
patched to “DMX Slots” 025 to 048 respectively.
6.3.2 1 to 1 Patch
Patches are often performed in contiguous
blocks of addresses. The 1 to 1 patch provides a
rapid method of patching all of the dimmers in
one e24V3 rack to sequential DMX slots,
starting from a DMX slot that you can select.
Press [Menu] [DMX Input] [Patch] [1:1 Patch].
To select a channel, press that channel number.
You can add further channels to your selection
by pressing their channel numbers.
To deselect a channel, press it again.
To select a range of channels, press a channel,
then [Thru] then another channel.
To clear all selections, press [Clr].
In the example above, dimmer 1 is patched to
DMX slot 1 and dimmer 9 is patched to DMX slot
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2. Dimmer 12 is currently selected (white text on
black background) ready to be patched.
To make a patch, select the dimmer channel(s)
as described above then press [Patch].
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6.3.6 Connect Loss Action
This menu allows you to set the actions that the
e24V3 will take when a DMX signal is connected
(or restored after a loss). There are separate
settings for
• Dimmer channels whose “Control Source” is
DMX.
• Dimmer channels whose “Control Source” is
the output of the DMX/MEM Switch. See
“Control Source” earlier in this section for
details.
Press;
[Menu] [DMX Input] [Connect Loss Action].
Type in the DMX slot number then press;
[Patch @ Slot].
All of the selected dimmer channels are patched
to the selected DMX slot number.
Select other dimmers and patch them as
required.
To Un-patch a dimmer(s) select the dimmer(s)
then press [UnPatch].
When all patches have been made, press
[Done].
To save the patch, press [Save Patch] or to
cancel the changes that you have made and
return to the previous patch, press [Cancel].
6.3.4 Clear Patch
To remove all patches in a single operation,
press [Menu] [DMX Input] [Patch] [Clear Patch]
[Yes].
6.3.5 View Levels
The “View Levels” menu allows you to see the
levels of the DMX control signals that are
connected to the e24V3 dimmer.
Press [Menu] [DMX Input] [View Levels].
The screen shows 32 (of the 512) DMX slots
and the level for each slot. Press [Next] or
[Prev] to change to the next or previous page of
32 DMX slots. The DMX values can be
displayed as a “%” (percentage), (0-100%) or as
“raw data” levels (0-255) by selecting the
relevant button at the bottom of the screen.
When finished, press [Done].
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The screen is divided into two sections;
• The top section sets the action for dimmer
channels under “DMX Control”. These
settings are described below. The screen
also shows the channels that are under
“DMX Control”. In the example above it is
channels 10, 11 and 12.
• The bottom section sets the action for
dimmer channels controlled “via DMX/MEM
Switch”. These settings are described on the
next page. The screen also shows which
channels are under “DMX/MEM Switch”
control. In the example above it is channels 5
to 9 and 13 to 24.
6.3.6.1 “DMX CONTROL” CONNECT
LOSS ACTION AND BACKUP MEMORY
In the event that the DMX input signal is lost, the
DMX controlled channels in the e24V3 can be
configured to respond in different ways.
The e24V3 can either HOLD the last valid DMX
levels indefinitely or, after a programmable
(hold) time, it can crossfade (Xfade) to a
“Backup Memory” previously stored in the
e24V3.
When DMX is restored, the e24V3 will
immediately crossfade (in the Xfade time) back
to the DMX signal.
Pressing [Hold Time] brings up a keypad screen
where you can enter a DMX hold time from 0 to
300 seconds (5 minutes) or you can select an
[Infinite] DMX hold time. After making your
selection press [Set].
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There are two ways to select channels:
• Press [W] or [X] to step the small
triangle (b) through the channels.
• Press [Pick Chans] to reveal the
channel pick screen.
If a “Hold Time” other than “Infinite” has been
set, pressing [Xfade Time] allows you to enter a
time from 0 to 300 seconds (5 minutes) in which
the DMX channels will crossfade to the “Backup
Memory” (and back to DMX when it is restored).
Pressing; [Backup Memory] instantly replaces
the current output of all dimmer channels with
the contents of the Backup Memory. This is
irrespective of the “Control Source” settings for
the dimmer channels. The “Backup Memory”
screen allows you to either create your own
memory using the controls on the screen or take
a “snap” (copy) of the current DMX input signal
by pressing [Snap DMX].
If you press [Snap DMX] you must then choose
to take a snapshot of either “All” DMX channels
or only “Selected” channels. See below for
details on how to select channels.
After taking a snap you can still use the controls
on the screen to edit the “snapped” channel
levels as described below.
To set the level of a channel(s) it must be
selected. The selected channel(s) are indicated
by a small triangle (b) at the top of the screen
above the channel bargraph and are also listed
on the left of the screen. In the example below,
channel 6 is selected.
Selected Channel
To select a channel, press that channel number.
Selected channels have white text on a black
background.
You can add further channels to your selection
by pressing their channel numbers.
To deselect a channel, press it again.
To select a range of channels, press a channel,
then [Thru] then another channel.
To invert your selection(s) press [Inv]
To select all channels whose level is greater
than zero press [Lvl>0].
To clear all selections, press [Clr].
When the required selections have been made
press [Pick] and the screen returns to the
“Modify Memory” screen.
When a channel(s) is selected it can be faded
up or down by sliding your finger on the virtual
fader.
To instantly set the fader to 0% press the [0%]
button below the fader.
To instantly set the fader to 100% press the
[100%] button above the fader.
To quickly set the selected channel(s) to a
specific level press [@ Level]. Enter the level on
the keypad that appears then press [Set].
When the channel levels of the “Backup
Memory” are correct, press [Save Memory], or
to cancel the changes that you have made and
return to the previous Backup memory, press
[Cancel Memory].
When finished press; [Done] [Done]
[Done].
6.3.6.2
DMX/MEM SWITCH
CONNECT LOSS ACTION
In the event that the DMX input signal is lost, the
“DMX/MEM Switch” can be configured to
respond in different ways.
Press;
[Menu] [DMX Input] [Connect Loss Action].
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Pressing [DMX Alarm] allows you to “Disable” or
“Enable” the DMX alarm that occurs whenever
there is no valid DMX signal present.
The “DMX Alarm” is usually disabled when the
e24V3 is only to be controlled by ePlates.
Note: If [Auto Switch] is greyed out (not
available), then playback via LSCnet has
been disabled from the options menu. This
option can be selected when the e24V3 is
ONLY to be controlled by DMX. See “Options
Menu” for details.
Pressing [Auto Switch] allows you to turn “Auto
Switch” On or Off.
Make your choice then press [Set].
If Auto switch is On, then if a valid DMX signal is
connected to the e24V3, the DMX/MEM Switch
will operate and all dimmer channels whose
control source is set to “switch” will cross fade to
DMX control in the time set by the [Xfade Time]
button. This crossfade can be from 0 to 300
seconds (5 minutes).
Note: The DMX/MEM Switch can also be
manually operated from either a suitably
programmed ePlate button or from the LCD
touch screen by pressing [Menu] [Net Setup]
[DMX/MEM Switch].
Pressing [Hold Time] allows you to set the time
that the DMX/MEM Switch will remain in the
DMX position if the DMX signal is lost (if it has
been automatically operated by the presence of
a DMX signal). The Hold Time can be set from 0
to 999 seconds (over 15 minutes) or to Infinite. If
a “Hold Time” other than “Infinite” has been set,
the channels will crossfade to their current
“Memory” settings after the Hold Time expires.
Pressing [Alarm Delay] brings up a keypad
screen where you can enter the delay time
between when the e24V3 is turned ON and
when the “No DMX alarm” occurs. The time can
be set from 0 to 300 seconds or “infinite”.
Setting the “Alarm Delay” time to be slightly
longer than the “boot up” time of your DMX
lighting controller will prevent unwanted alarms
when both the e24V3 and Lighting Controller are
switched on at the same time.
6.4 Memories Menu
Selecting [Menu] [Memories] provides menus
for;
• Recording Memories
• Editing Memories
• Copying Memories
• Deleting memories
An e24V3 dimmer can hold up to 80 memories.
Each memory only contains the intensity levels
for the dimmer channels that you select when
you record (or edit) that memory. If a channel is
not selected in a memory then recalling that
memory will never affect that channel. Selected
channels in a memory can have any level from
0% to 100%.
Memories are recalled from ePlate wall stations.
6.4.1 Recording Memories
Press: [Menu], [Memories].
To record a memory press:
[Record Memory].
6.3.7 DMX Alarm
Selecting [Menu] [DMX Input] [DMX Alarm]
reveals the following screen.
The current output of the e24V3 (if any) is
blacked out.
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The memories are organised in 4 banks of 20
memories. The buttons on the right select the
banks. Select the bank and memory number to
be recorded. When a memory is selected its
contents are shown on the output of the e24V3
and also on the channel indicators. This allows
you to preview the contents of memories on the
output and “pick” either an empty or existing
memory.
To confirm your selection press [Pick].
If the memory exists, it will be deleted. To
confirm press [Yes].
▼ indicates selected
channel(s)
•
•
•
•
To invert your selection(s) press [Inv]
To select all channels with a level
greater than zero press [Lvl > 0].
To select all included channels
(including those with level of zero) press
[Lvl > = 0]. See “How Memories Work”
for details on included channels with a
level of zero.
To clear all selections, press [Clr].
When the required selections have been made
press [Pick] and the screen returns to the
“Modify Memory” screen.
To set the level of the selected channel(s) either:
• Slide the virtual fader
• Press the [0%] or [100%] buttons.
• Press [@ Level] and enter a value.
Channel levels can also be set using the DMX
input from a lighting controller. Press [Snap
DMX] to take a snapshot of the DMX input
signal.
Virtual fader
To vary the level of a channel it must be
selected. The selected channel is shown below
the memory number and also indicated by small
triangle (b) above the selected channel(s). In
this example channel 7 is selected.
There are two method to select channels:
• Press [§] or [¨] to step (b) through the
channels.
• Press [Pick Chans] to reveal the
channel pick screen.
If you do not want to capture the level of all
channels you can use the “selected” option to
only include the levels of the channels that you
have selected. See “Included Channels” below.
After taking a snap you can still use the controls
on the screen to edit the “snapped” channel
levels.
6.4.2 Included Channels
If a channel is not included in a memory then
the channel is not affected when that memory
is faded up or down.
Grid Marks show
included channels
•
•
•
•
To select a channel, press that channel
number. Selected channels have white
text on a black background.
You can add further channels to your
selection by pressing their channel
numbers.
To deselect a channel, press it again.
To select a range of channels, press a
channel, then [Thru] then another
channel.
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A memory only contains the channels that you
select. Selected channels can have any level
including zero.
When a memory is recalled, only channels that
are in the memory are affected. If a channel is
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not in a memory, its current level (if any) will not
be affected when that memory is recalled.
Note: This is a very important concept. It is
fully explained in section 8, ePlates and LSC
Net
You can see which channels are included in a
memory by the grid marks above the channels.
In the example above, channels 2, 5, 7, 10, 11,
12, 17 and 22 are included. Note that channel
10 is included but has a level of 0%.
Channels 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19,
20, 21, 23 and 24 are not included in this
memory.
If you have included a channel (by giving it a
level) and then decide to remove it from the
memory then you must select the channel and
press [No Level].
6.4.2.1 MEMORY LABELS
The default label for each memory is its number.
For example, “Memory 8”.
You can enter your own label by pressing
[Label].
Pressing [CLR] clears the current label. Press
[§] or [¨] to move the flashing cursor then
select the letters or press [123] to select
numbers. Press [Shift] for uppercase letters or
symbols instead of numbers.
When finished press [Save].
6.4.2.2 FADE TIME
The default Fade time for each memory is 1
second.
You can set your own fade time by pressing
[Fade Time].
A memory may have a fade time in the range 0
to 300 seconds (5 minutes). A time of less than
10 seconds may in the range 0.0 to 9.9 seconds.
From 10s the time is in increments of 1second.
When the fade time is correct press [Set].
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Note: An ePlate button can be programmed
to replay a memory using the time saved in
the memory or the button can have its own
specific fade time. In this case the memories
fade time will be ignored.
To save the memory press;
[Save Memory] [Exit].
The original dimmer output is restored.
6.4.3 Edit Memory
To edit a memory press:
Press: [Menu], [Memories] [Edit Memory].
The current output of the e24V3 (if any) is
blacked out.
Select the memory to be edited. As each
memory is selected its contents are shown on
the output of the e24V3 and also on the channel
indicators. This allows you to preview the
contents of each memory on the output.
To confirm you selection press [Pick].
Editing a memory is the same as recording a
memory.
See section 6.4.1 Recording Memories for
details.
6.4.4 Copy Memory
To copy a memory press:
Press: [Menu], [Memories] [Copy Memory].
The current output of the e24V3 dimmer (if any)
is blacked out.
Select a “source” memory to be copied. As each
memory is selected its contents are shown on
the output of the e24V3 and also on the channel
indicators. This allows you to preview the
contents of each memory on the output and
make the correct choice.
When the correct source memory is selected
press [Pick].
Select a “destination” memory number then
press [Pick].
You can copy more memories or if finished
press [Exit], [Done] [Done].
6.4.5 Delete Memory
To delete a memory press:
Press: [Menu], [Memories] [Delete Memory].
The current output of the e24V3 dimmer (if any)
is blacked out.
Select a memory to be deleted. As each
memory is selected its contents are shown on
the output of the e24V3 and also on the channel
indicators. This allows you to preview the
contents of each memory on the output and
make the correct choice.
When the correct memory to be deleted is
selected, press [Pick]. To confirm, press [Yes].
You can delete more memories or if finished
press [Exit], [Done] [Done].
6.5 Net Setup Menu
The “Net Setup” menu is used to control the
manual operation of the DMX/MEM Switch.
Press; [Menu], [Net Setup].
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Note: If [Net Setup] is greyed out (not
available), then playback via LSCnet has
been disabled from the options menu. This
option can be selected when the e24V3 is
only to be controlled by DMX. See “Options
menu” for details.
6.5.1 DMX/MEM Switch Operation
All channels that have their “Control Source”
attribute set to “Switch” can be switched
between either “DMX” control or “Memory”
(ePlate) control.
The DMX/MEM Switch can be operated from a
suitably programmed button on an ePlate or
directly from the LCD touch screen on the
e24V3.
To manually operate the “DMX/MEM Switch”
from the touch screen, press;
[Menu], [Net Setup] [DMX/MEM Switch].
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Enter the required Switch Group Number in the
range from 001 to 255 (to match the required
ePlate button) or for no Switch Group press
[Disabled], then press [Set] [Done] [Done].
6.6 Options Menu
Selecting [Menu] [Options] provides menus for;
• Module Status
• Beeper
• About
• Lock Dimmer
• Change Lock Code
• Dimmer Name
• Date and Time
• Net Playback: Enable/Disable
• Reset
6.6.1 Module Status
Pressing [Menu] [Options] [Module Status]
reveals information about the input power
phases, temperature and fan speed of the
e24V3.
Select either [DMX] or [Memory] then press
[Set].
6.5.2 Switch Group
An ePlate button that has been programmed to
operate the DMX/MEM Switch can also be
programmed with a “Switch Group Number”.
You can set the DMX/MEM Switch in each
e24V3 to only be operated by a particular
“Switch Group Number”.
Therefore, in setups with more that one e24V3,
individual ePlate buttons can be programmed to
only operate the DMX/MEM Switch in e24V3
dimmers with the matching “Switch Group
Number”.
To set the “Switch Group Number”, from the
“Net Setup” menu (above) press;
[Switch Group Number].
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6.6.2 Beeper
The e24V3 can be set to “Beep” in
acknowledgment to every key press on the
touch screen.
To switch off the beeper, press; [Menu]
[Options] [Beeper is On].
To switch on the beeper, press; [Menu]
[Options] [Beeper is Off].
6.6.3 About
Pressing [Menu] [Options] [About] reveals
information about the software version, model
and voltage of the e24V3.
6.6.4 Lock / Unlock
To lock the touch screen of the e24V3 and
prevent unauthorised access press [Menu]
[Options] [Lock Dimmer].
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The screen shows the current time and date
settings.
To change the Time, press [Time]. Use the
keypad that appears to enter the time in 24 hour
format then press [Set].
To change the Date, press [Date]. Use the
keypad that appears to enter the date then press
[Set].
When finished press [Done].
Using the keypad, type in the current 4 digit lock
code then press [Lock]. The e24V3 is shipped
from the factory with the lock code set to 0000.
The menu returns to the home screen and the
[Unlock] button appears instead of the [Menu]
button.
To unlock the touch screen of the e24V3 press
[Unlock] then type in the current 4 digit code
then press [Unlock].
6.6.5 Change Lock Code
To change the lock code, press [Menu]
[Options] [Change Lock Code].
Type in the current 4 digit lock code then press
[Enter]. (The e24V3 is shipped from the factory
with the lock code set to 0000).
Type in your new lock code then press [Enter].
To confirm, re type the new lock code then press
[Set Code].
6.6.6 Name
The name of each e24V3 dimmer is shown on
the home screen of the LCD touch screen. The
default name is “e24 Dimmer” but you can give
the dimmer a name of your choice. Naming each
dimmer is useful in installations of more than
one e24V3. To change the name of a dimmer
press;
[Menu] [Options] [Dimmer Name].
6.6.8 Net Playback
If the e24V3 is only to be controlled by DMX
then it is possible to disable (dim out) all
memory menus and other network functions and
hence simplify the menu operations. In addition,
when “Net Playback” is disabled, all dimmer
channels are controlled by DMX, irrespective of
their previous “Control Source” settings.
Press [Menu] [Options] [Net Playback].
Choose either [Enable] or [Disable] then press
[Set].
6.6.9 Reset
The e24V3 provides two different types of reset
function. SYSTEM reset and TOTAL reset.
6.6.9.1 SYSTEM RESET
In the unlikely event that the e24V3 fails to
respond, the operating system may be reset so
that the software may initialise and recommence
normal operation. Performing a system reset will
not affect any of the settings or memory.
To perform a SYSTEM RESET press;
[Menu] [Options] [Reset] [System
[Yes].
Reset]
6.6.9.2 TOTAL RESET
Total Reset will ERASE all the settings and
memory from the e24V3 and reset the operating
system.
To perform a TOTAL RESET press;
[Menu] [Options] [Reset] [Total Reset] [Yes].
The e24V3 asks you to confirm by pressing
[Yes] again.
6.7 Log Menu
Selecting [Menu] [Log] shows the status log
showing time and date stamped operations and
alarms.
To start a new name press [CLR]. Use the § or
¨buttons to move the flashing cursor Type in
your name. For numbers press [123]. When
finished press [Save] [Done] [Done].
6.6.7 Time and Date
The e24V3 keeps a log of its status that is time
and date stamped. To set the time and date
used by the log press;
[Menu] [Options] [Date & Time].
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The log can be used to analyse any problems
you may have encountered such as loss of
control signals, over temperature alarms or loss
of input power phases etc.
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ePLATE REMOTE CONTROLLERS
ePlates are the remote wall station controllers
for the e24V3 dimmers or other LSCnet enabled
products. The ePlates allow you to recall internal
memories from the e24V3 for replay at a preprogrammed level and fade time. ePlates can
also be programmed to perform other functions
such as selecting “memory” or “DMX” operation
or locking out other ePlates. ePlates are
connected to the e24V3 dimmers via a
communications bus called LSCnet.
Note: If “Net Playback” functions are disabled in
the e24V3 menu, the Memories and Net Setup
buttons in the Menu are dimmed, and ePlates
will not function. See section 6.6.8 Net Playback
for details.
7.1 ePlate Models
ePlates are available
configurations;
The LSCnet cable is used to carry both data and
power for the ePlates. The e24V3 can power up
to 4 ePlates. Up to 800 meters of Cat5 can be
installed before a data repeater is needed. If
more than 800m is required then a LSCnet data
repeater is required. Contact your LSC agent for
details.
7.3 LSCnet TERMINATION
The LSCnet must be correctly terminated.
Termination is required at BOTH ends of the
data cabling.
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ePlate
in
the
ePlate
Terminate
2 Buttons
4 Buttons
8 Buttons
ePlate
following
Terminate
4 Faders
Each ePlate has a main processor board with a
small “LSC Net Connection Board” plugged into
the back of it. This “LSC Net Connection Board”
contains the two network RJ45 connectors and
the “LSCnet TERMINATE SWITCH”.
2 Buttons
1 Fader
2 Buttons
2 Faders
4 Buttons
1 Fader
Rear view of ePlate
4 Buttons
2 Faders
Each button and its associated indicator can be
independently programmed to control up to 4
independent events, allowing complex functions
to be easily operated by a novice. See below for
details of specific ePlate functions.
7.2 LSC Net Cabling
LSCnet uses Cat5 cable for the interconnection
of devices and all devices are connected in a
daisy chain fashion. All connections are via
industry standard RJ45 connectors.
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ePlate
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Terminate
Switch
LSC Net
Connection
Board
Cat5 cable daisy chained between devices.
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7.4 Recording Memories
Memories are recorded (or edited) from the
e24V3’s LCD touch screen.
See section 6.4 Memories Menu for details on
how to record memories.
A e24V3 dimmer can hold up to 80 memories.
Each memory only contains the intensity levels
for the dimmer channels that you select when
you record (or edit) that memory. If a channel is
not selected in a memory then recalling that
memory will never affect that channel.
This is an important concept.
It means you have to decide whether or not you
want a channel to be in a memory. Fading up a
memory will not necessarily replace the current
output of the dimmer with the memory you have
just faded up. Only the channels in the memory
you have just faded up will change. Any
channels that are not in the new memory will
remain as they were. Selected channels in a
memory can have any level from 0% to 100%.
Memories are recorded (or edited) by either;
• Selecting channels and giving them a
level via the touch screen controls.
or
• Taking a ‘snapshot’ of the current DMX
input levels. These levels can then be
edited if required.
7.5 Memory Recovery after Power
Loss
When the power is restored to an e24V3 after a
power loss, channels controlled by DMX will
immediately respond to the current DMX levels.
However, channels controlled by Memories
respond differently depending upon the duration
of the power loss.
• If the power returns within 2 hours, the
memory channels will return to their last
memory levels.
• If the power returns after 2 hours, memory
channels will remain OFF. To restore output
you must recall the required memory.
7.6 Recalling Memories
Memories are recalled from ePlate wall stations.
7.7 Pre-Programmed ePlates
ePlates are shipped from the factory with preprogrammed standard configurations.
• 4 Button ePlates
Button 1 recalls Memory 1 at 100%
Button 2 recalls Memory 2 at 100%
Button 3 recalls Memory 3 at 100%
Button 4 recalls Memory 4 at 100%
• 8 Button ePlates
Button 1 recalls Memory 1 at 100%
Button 2 recalls Memory 2 at 100%
Button 3 recalls Memory 3 at 100%
Button 4 recalls Memory 4 at 100%
Button 5 recalls Memory 5 at 100%
Button 6 recalls Memory 6 at 100%
Button 7 recalls Memory 7 at 100%
Button 8 recalls Memory 8 at 100%
• 1 Fader ePlates
Fader 1 controls Memory 1
• 2 Fader ePlates
Fader 1 controls Memory 1
Fader 2 controls Memory 2
• 4 Fader ePlates
Fader 1 controls Memory 1
Fader 2 controls Memory 2
Fader 3 controls Memory 3
Fader 4 controls Memory 4
A pre-programmed 2 button ePlate is available
to control the operation of the Memory/DMX
Switch.
• Button 1 selects DMX
• Button 2 selects Memory
7.8 Pre-programmed Memory Control
The buttons on the “Pre-Programmed” ePlates
all recall a different memory number at full level.
Question: If every button recalls a memory at
full level, how do you turn a memory off?
Answer: You playback a different memory
containing the same channels but with all of their
channel levels set to 0% in that memory.
When a memory is recorded, it contains
selected channel(s) at any level (including zero
level). Therefore, if memory 1 contains channels
at a level of 80%, pressing button 1 on an ePlate
will fade up those channels to 80%.
If memory 2 contains the same channels at a
level of 0%, pressing button 2 on an ePlate will
fade those channels off.
For example;
• 2 Button ePlates
Button 1 recalls Memory 1 at 100%
Button 2 recalls Memory 2 at 100%
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Button 1 recalls Memory 1
with channels 1, 3 and 6 at
various levels.
Button 2 recalls Memory 2
with channels 1, 3 and 6 at
0% level.
Using this method, each pair of buttons on an
ePlate are easily used as On (fade up) and OFF
(fade down) buttons.
• You record the odd numbered memories
with the levels you require.
• You record the even numbered
memories with the same channels but at
0% level.
7.9 Programming ePlates
You can program the functions of the buttons
and faders on ePlates to suit your specific
requirements using a computer program
available from your LSC agent or you can
contact LSC and they will custom program
ePlates for your specific requirements.
The programable functions of buttons, indicators
and faders are listed below.
7.10 ePlate Functions
A button can be configured to:
• Activate a memory with a specific fade time
and level.
• Control multiple memories from a single
button.
• Switch dimmer channels between DMX and
Memory (ePlate) control (if the channel’s
“control source” has been set to “switch”).
• Lock / unlock the operation of other ePlates.
The indicators beside each button are
independently programmed and can indicate:
• Memory # activated. Brightness of indicator
shows level of memory.
• ePlate active or locked.
• DMX or Memory control selected.
A fader can be configured to:
• Control the level of a memory (or channel).
• Act as a Grand Master over all channels.
• Act as Group Sub Master over the memory
levels of channels in that group number.
• Set the Fade Time for a memory.
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8
INDICATORS, ALARMS & TROUBLESHOOTING
Warning. No user controls or user serviceable
parts are located inside the e24V3 Dimmer.
Refer all servicing to suitably qualified
personnel.
8.3 LSCnet LED
Green = Valid LSCnet control signal
connected (from ePlates).
• Green (flashing) = Data traffic detected
on LSCnet.
•
8.4 DMX Source
If the e24V3 is not functioning correctly, check
the LED indicators on the front panel and the
status area at the bottom of the LCD screen for
any messages.
8.1 Status LED
• Green = Normal operation.
• Red (flashing) = Alarm. See message
on LCD touch screen.
• Red (steady) = Alarm is acknowledged
but the problem still exists.
Possible causes of a flashing Status LED are;
• Over Temperature.
If the temperature of the e24V3 is too
high, the circuitry automatically switches off the
dimmers. All dimmer channels will flash red.
Either reduce the load or increase the cooling to
the e24V3. When the temperature returns to
normal, the e24V3 automatically returns to
normal operation.
• Temperature sensor failure.
If the temperature sensor fails, the
circuitry automatically switches off the dimmers.
All affected dimmer channels will flash red.
• Loss of input power phase(s).
If any of the input power phases are lost,
the affected dimmer channel LEDS will flash red.
In the event of any alarm, read the message on
the status area of the LCD screen. Press [Ack]
on the touch screen to acknowledge the alarm.
This stops the status LED from flashing but it
remains red until the fault condition is rectified.
8.2 DMX LED
Green = Valid DMX control signal
connected.
• Red (flashing) = Error on DMX control
signal.
• Green (flashing) = Loss of DMX control
signal.
•
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If your e24V3 is fitted with the Wireless DMX
option, the LED’s beside the Wireless DMX
panel show the DMX source that is controlling
the dimmers.
If both cable and wireless DMX are available,
the e24V3 will automatically use the cable DMX.
Cable LED
• Green = Cable DMX Data in use.
Wireless LED
• Green = Wireless DMX Data in use.
• Orange = Wireless DMX Data available
but not in use.
8.5 Channel LEDs
The numbered LED’s around the perimeter of
the control panel light when their respective
dimmer channel is on. The brightness of the
LED shows the channel level.
• They light green when under DMX
control.
• They light red when under local control.
If a dimmer channel is not working check the
MCB (Miniature Circuit Breaker) for that dimmer
channel.
8.6 Circuit Breakers
If the MCB has tripped (OFF), firstly try to
determine the cause of the breaker tripping. It
could be a blown lamp or a circuit overload.
Rectify to problem (replace the lamp or reduce
the load) then restore the MCB. If the MCB
continues to trip, refer the problem to a suitably
qualified person.
If the MCB has not tripped, you can test the
operation of the dimmer from the local LCD
touch screen. See section 6.2.2 “Channel Test”
for details. If the dimmer is working from the
touch screen but not via DMX, check that the
dimmer is patched to the correct DMX slot and
configured for the correct “control source”.
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9
WIRELESS DMX512 OPTION
Two models of wireless DMX receivers are
available as an option on the e24V3.
• W-DMX supplied by Wireless Solutions.
• SHoW DMX supplied by City Theatrical.
9.1 Wireless Solutions W-DMX
Operation
SHoW DMX
option fitted
To link the W-DMX receiver in the e24V3 to your
DMX transmitter, ensure that the DMX
transmitter is ON then press and release the
FUNCTION button. This process may take up to
10 seconds to synchronise. Once synchronised,
the STATUS indicator will illuminate.
Wireless DMX
aerial
The wireless DMX modules supplied by LSC for
the e24V3 are modified receiver boards from the
above manufacturers. You will need a
compatible wireless DMX transmitter module
from the same manufacturer of the wireless
DMX option fitted to your e24V3.
To unlink the W-DMX receiver from the DMX
transmitter, press and HOLD the function button
until the STATUS indicator goes off.
9.2 City Theatrical’s SHoW DMX
Operation
LSC does not supply wireless DMX transmitters.
Contact either www.wirelessdmx.com for
W-DMX transmitters or www.citytheatrical.com
for SHoW DMX transmitters.
The wireless DMX module can work as the sole
DMX input source for the e24V3 or as a back-up
source for the cable DMX input.
If both cable and wireless DMX are available,
the e24V3 will automatically use the cable DMX.
The DMX SOURCE indicators show the current
DMX status.
Cable LED
• Green = Cable DMX Data in use.
Wireless LED
• Green = Wireless DMX Data in use.
• Orange = Wireless DMX Data available
but not in use.
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The STATUS indicator shows the current
wireless status.
• Flashing RED = NO DMX transmitter
detected.
• Flashing GREEN = DMX transmitter
detected.
The display will timeout and turn off after 10
seconds if no buttons are pressed. If the display
has turned off, press either button to turn it on.
• Press the left button to move through
the four menus.
Menu Display Description
1
ID XX
SHoW ID (1-64)
2
P XX
Power Setting
3
SW
Software Version
4
CERT
Radio Compliance
Press the right button to activate a menu.
While in a menu;
• Press the right button to move forward
through the menu options.
• Press the left button to move back
through the menu options.
• Press and HOLD the right button to
scroll forward through the menu options
• Press and HOLD the left button to select
a menu options.
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Wireless DMX Option
SHoW ID menu
After Power-up, the STATUS LED will blink and
the display will read: ID xx (xx = SHoW ID).
When you enter the menu (left button) the
display will change to > xx. Scroll through the
available choices and select the one that you
want (press and hold the left button).
There are 64 SHoW IDs. Each corresponds to a
different combination of Hopping Pattern and
Broadcast Bandwidth settings. The SHoW IDs
are defined in the table below.
Show
ID
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
Hopping
Pattern
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Band
width
Full
Full
Full
Full
Full
Full
Full
Full
Full
Full
Full
Full
Full
Full
Full
Full
WiFi 1-6
WiFi 1-6
WiFi 1-6
WiFi 1-6
WiFi 1-6
WiFi 1-6
WiFi 1-6
WiFi 1-6
WiFi 1-6
WiFi 1-6
WiFi 1-6
WiFi 1-6
WiFi 1-6
WiFi 1-6
WiFi 1-6
WiFi 1-6
Show
ID
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
Hopping
Pattern
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Band
width
WiFi 4-9
WiFi 4-9
WiFi 4-9
WiFi 4-9
WiFi 4-9
WiFi 4-9
WiFi 4-9
WiFi 4-9
WiFi 4-9
WiFi 4-9
WiFi 4-9
WiFi 4-9
WiFi 4-9
WiFi 4-9
WiFi 4-9
WiFi 4-9
WiFi 7-11
WiFi 7-11
WiFi 7-11
WiFi 7-11
WiFi 7-11
WiFi 7-11
WiFi 7-11
WiFi 7-11
WiFi 7-11
WiFi 7-11
WiFi 7-11
WiFi 7-11
WiFi 7-11
WiFi 7-11
WiFi 7-11
WiFi 7-11
The SHoW DMX system supports 16 different
frequency hopping spread spectrum (FHSS)
hopping patterns, full bandwidth broadcasting
mode and three different limited bandwidth
broadcasting modes. Select the SHoW ID for the
combination that you require.
POWER Menu
This menu is only used when the SHoW DMX is
transmitting. This mode is not used by the
e23V3.
SOFTWARE Menu
This menu shows the current software version of
the unit and its radio receiver.
CERTIFICATION Menu
This menu shows the FCC, IC and CE
compliance information.
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10 DMX512 EXPLAINED
DMX512/1990-A is the industry standard for the
transmission of digital control signals between
lighting equipment. It utilises just a single pair of
wires on which is transmitted the level
information for the control of up to 512 DMX
slots (addresses or channels).
The information for each slot is sent
sequentially. The level of slot 1 is transmitted,
then the level of slot 2, then 3, etc. up to a
maximum of 512 slots. This stream of data
containing the levels for all 512 DMX slots is
repeated a minimum (generally) of 44 times per
second. This provides sufficient updates of
channel information for smooth fade transitions.
As the DMX512-A signal contains the level
information for all slots, each piece of equipment
needs to be able to read the level(s) of the
slots(s) that apply only to that piece of
equipment. To enable this, the e24V3 dimmer
has a “DMX Patch” menu that allows you to
patch (connect) each DMX slot (address) from
your lighting controller to a e24V3 dimmer
channel number or to multiple dimmer channel
numbers.
When good quality data cables are used,
DMX512 cable runs may be up to 1,000 metres
in length. When several DMX feeds are required
(to feed different locations), DMX512 splitters
must be used. These provides multiple isolated
DMX512 feeds.
The e24V3 provides a “DMX Thru” output
allowing you to loop the DMX signal from one
e24V3 to the next. The last e24V3 in the chain
must have the “DMX Terminate switch” set to
TERM to terminate the line.
Note: Do not use unscreened microphone or
low speed data cables for DMX. This can cause
problems in the DMX network. Make sure the
cable conforms to the EIA485 cable
requirements by providing the following
specifications:
• Low capacitance
• One or more twisted pairs
• Foil and braid shielded
• Impedance of 85 -150 Ohms, nominally 120
Ohms
• 22AWG gauge for continuous lengths over
300 metres
The following diagrams illustrate a simple setup
utilising DMX512.
10.1 Typical DMX Installation
In the following example, the DMX output signal
from the lighting control desk is fed to the DMX
connector of the first e24V3 dimmer. The DMX
cable is then looped to the following e24V3
dimmers. The order of the daisy chaining is not
important as each e24V3 dimmer channel can
be patched to any DMX slot number. The end of
the DMX line is terminated to prevent the signal
reflecting back up the line and causing possible
errors.
e24
e24
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DMX
Slots
1-24
DMX
Slots
25-48
DMX
Slots
49-60
DMX
Slots
61-72
DMX
Cable
Termination
Switch set
to TERM
Lighting
Controller
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11 FAQ
11.1 Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How do the e24V3’s go with a load such as a
mirror balIs. Is there any trickle?
A. No problems. We use a circuit called PTFD
(Pulse Transformer Fired Dimming), which
means that we can control virtually ANY type of
load (Resistive, Inductive, Strobes, Motors, ELV,
etc), without the need for dummy loads. This is
one of the key differences between LSC and
most other brands of dimmers.
Q. Do the dimmers work on HTP or LTP when
the ePlate wall stations are connected.
A. The ePlates work in LTP mode. So if you
activate Memory #3 it takes control. Then if
another user activates Memory #7 and it
contains the same channels saved in memory
#3 then Memory #3 is de-activated.
Each Memory can contain any combinations of
channels, so Memory #1 can turn all the lights
on at full, whereas Memory #2 may only control
the odd channels. This allows the client to have
a very flexible configuration that is powerful,
whilst remaining simple to use.
Q. Can you disable the ePlates so that no one
plays with one while a console is in use?
A. Yes. You can setup a few different
configurations for how DMX and the ePlates
interact. The most common configuration
is “Auto Switch”. In this mode as soon as
the dimmer sees DMX (after the console is
turned on) then the ePlates are disabled, so no
one can 'accidentally' turn the lights on/off whilst
the console is in use. When the console is
turned off there is a preset delay (1-999
seconds) and then the ePlates are re-enabled.
The other modes allow a button on a specified
ePlate/s to be programmed to manually change
between DMX and Memory (architectural) mode.
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Q. How do the ePlates connect to the dimmers
and how do the dimmers link to each other? Is it
all your LSCnet?
A. The ePlate wall stations and e24V3 dimmers
all connect in a daisy-chain, just like DMX. We
use Cat5 cable, as it is cheap and easy to
install. This Cat5 cable carries the LSCnet data
and power to the ePlates.
Q. How many ePlate wall stations can I have in
one system?
A. The limit is 65,535 “devices” on a network.
These can be made up of e24V3 dimmers
and/or ePlates. Depending on the physical
distances involved and the quantities of ePlates
and e24V3's you may need data repeaters and
power supply boosters to make it work.
There are two simple rules
1) Data Limit. You can run up to 800m of Cat5
cable and 32 devices before a data repeater is
needed.
2) Power Limit….A single e24V3 dimmer can
provide enough power to run 4 ePlates. If you
need more ePlates then you will need either
another e24V3 dimmer or an LSCnet PSU
booster.
Q. Is there a max cable length for the LSCnet?
A. No. You will need a data repeater every
800m, but there is no limit as to how many
repeaters you run. If you need to cover very long
distances (for example, greater than 2km) then
you can use the LSCnet-ethernet bridge to
convert the LSCnet data into standard TCP-IP
ethernet and then use existing computer
networks (including the internet) to carry the
data.
Q. Can I remotely monitor the status of my
e24V3?
A. Yes. You will need LSC’s “Houston” software.
This is a Windows PC application program that
allows you to remotely monitor and fault report
on all LSCnet enabled equipment on a single
network.
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12 SPECIFICATIONS
Dimmer Channels / Non-Dim Patch Channels
24
Max. Rating per Channel
13 Amps
MCB Breaking Capacity per Dimmer Channel
6000 Amps
Max. No. of Patched Output Circuits
48, 60 or 64 depending upon output option
Current Control Technology
√
Number of Curves per Dimmer Channel
8
Memory Storage
80
Power up in last known state
√
Channel Output Level mimic LEDs
√
DMX512 Input and Link-thru connectors
√
DMX splitter with 5 isolated outputs
√
Wireless DMX option
√
LSCnet Input and Output connectors
√
Variable speed Fan Cooling System
√
Mains Distribution Protection
2 x 63 Amp 30ma Trip, Residual Current Device
Power Input Monitoring
Status LEDs
Series 120 Volt Patching
Optional on Australian Models
Auxiliary Power Outputs
3 x Single phase
Input Power Requirements
Max. 117 Amps
3P+N+E
220-240VAC 50/60 Hz
Height
780mm
Width
680mm
Depth*
(* includes wheels fitted to covers.)
730mm
Shipping Weight
84 kgs
Actual Weight
62 kgs
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13 SOFTWARE UPGRADE
LSC Lighting Systems has a corporate policy of continuous improvement to its products. The e24V3
software (firmware) is subject to this policy as new features are added and existing features improved.
The software version of your e24V3 is momentarily displayed on the LCD touch screen when the e24V3
is switched on or at any time by pressing [Menu] [Options] [About]. The latest version of e24V3 software
can be downloaded from the LSC web site, www.lsclighting.com
To upgrade your e24V3 software, the new software is loaded into the e24V3 via CODELINK. CODELINK
is a communication program that runs on a PC based computer. The CODELINK cable connects the
personal computer (PC) comm port to the e24V3 Codelink connector which is located on the front control
panel.
The CODELINK program together with full instructions can be downloaded from the LSC website,
www.lsclighting.com or you can contact LSC or your LSC dealer.
14 COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS
14.1 C TICK COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
All LSC products with CE Compliance automatically comply with C-Tick requirements as per Section 182
of the Radiocommunications Act 1992. LSC Company Registration number is N921.
14.2 CE COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
The e24V3 Dimming System from LSC Lighting Systems (Aust) Pty. Ltd. has been designed and tested
to the European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization (CENELEC) standard– EN55022
(Information Technology Equipment).
14.3 PRODUCT OF AUSTRALIA
The e24V3 Dimming System meets the requirement status “Product of Australia” as defined by the
Australian Governments Trade Practises Act 1974, Section 65AC and administered by the Australian
Made Campaign Limited (AMCL). All LSC manufactured products have virtually all their design,
production and manufacture processes occur in Australia, thus qualifying for the highest status by the
AMCL.
14.4 DISCLAIMER
LSC Lighting Systems (Aust) Pty. Ltd. has a corporate policy of continuous improvement, covering areas
such as product design and documentation. In light of this policy, some detail contained in this manual
may not match the exact operation of your product.
In any event, LSC Lighting Systems (Aust) Pty. Ltd. can not be held liable for any direct, indirect, special,
incidental, or consequential damages or loss whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss
of profits, business interruption, or other pecuniary loss) arising out the use or the inability to use this
product for its intended purpose as expressed by the manufacturer and in conjunction with this operating
manual.
Servicing of this product is recommended to be carried out by LSC Lighting Systems (Aust) Pty. Ltd. or its
authorised service agents. No liability will be accepted whatsoever for any loss or damage caused by
service, maintenance or repair by unauthorised personnel. In addition servicing by unauthorised
personnel may void your warranty.
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